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Complaints and Disciplinary Matters

In Queensland, the Legal Services Commission deals with complaints against solicitors.  There are steps that solicitors can take to reduce complaints against them and there is help available to solicitors if a complaint is made.

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FAQ
  • Are there steps I can take to reduce the chance of complaints?
  • Can I threaten to report another party’s solicitor to the QLS or LSC if they won't reply?
  • How does someone make a complaint about a solicitor?
  • What should I do if I receive a complaint letter from the Legal Services Commission or the Queensland Law Society?
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  • Check if you have authority to act or it may be you paying the costs
  • The inherent jurisdiction to restrain a lawyer from continuing to act in a matter
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